Pixelmator Pro and Photomator for iPhone, iPad and Mac have gained an updated Auto Straighten tool with 5x more accurate horizon detection.
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iPad illustration app Procreate takes a definitive stance against generative AI. More like this, please!
Procreate, arguably the best iPad illustration app, will not introduce generative AI tools as a matter of principle. Would other app makers please follow suit?
Upcoming CarCast app for TrollStore lets users cast web video playback to CarPlay
Anyone who has a CarPlay-enabled vehicle knows just how convenient the additional iPhone connectivity features can be. CarPlay allows certain iPhone apps to run on the vehicle’s head unit, making those features more accessible and safer to use while driving. Unfortunately, some features are locked out for obvious safety reasons.
Outside, Pipilo, Folio, and other apps to check out this weekend
We made it everyone! It's the weekend again! And that means it's time for another Apps of the Week roundup. This week we have some great picks for you, including a spunky new calendar app, a versatile Mastodon client, and an app for securely storing important documents. And as always, we've selected a fun game for you to check out.
Epic Games Store launches as alternative marketplace for iOS & Android in EU, Android worldwide
It’s a big day for Epic Games. Not only did the company launch its wildly successful Fortnite mobile game on the AltStore PAL platform in the European Union, but it seems they’ve also kicked off the Epic Games Store.
Fortnite mobile officially available in AltStore PAL for iPhone & iPad owners in the EU
The romance between AltStore PAL and Epic Games only continues to deepen this week following Epic Games’ MegaGrant to the AltStore team ahead of the company’s plans to host its popular Fortnite mobile game on the platform.
LiveContainer lets you virtualize more apps than you can sideload on your iPhone or iPad
Sideloading apps has become a popular pastime for iPhone & iPad owners because it allows them to install apps that are otherwise restricted from being distributed on the App Store. Unfortunately, installing apps in this manner can be a double-edged sword because you’re limited to sideloading a certain number of apps with a free Apple developer account.
Why does Apple require EU developers to share their phone numbers and business addresses on App Store pages?
Developers who want to distribute their apps on Apple's App Store in the European Union (EU) are unhappy with the latest requirement imposed on them.
Apple finally opens up the iPhone’s NFC to developers so contactless payments in apps can bypass Apple Pay and Wallet
You’ll be able to use the iPhone’s NFC transactions separately from Apple Pay and Wallet and even set the app as your default contactless app.
macOS Sequoia switches from weekly to montly screen recording permission nags
Apple has relaxed its privacy rules for screen recording apps in the sixth beta of macOS Sequoia, switching to monthly permission prompts.
Task Kitchen, Silvia, Everyone Draw, and other apps to check out this weekend
First comes Thursday, then Friday, and then...the Apps of the Week! This week we have some great picks for you, including a powerful task manager with an interesting spin, a multilingual dictation tool, and a drawing up to unite the world. And as always, we've selected a cool game for you to check out.
AltStore PAL v2.1.1 fixes issues installing apps from third-party sources
In a post shared to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, the AltStore team announced that it had released an update to the AltStore PAL alternate App Store in the form of version 2.1.1.